CVE-2024-47120: linux kernel — Fix

Description

IBM Security Verify Information Queue 10.0.5, 10.0.6, 10.0.7, and 10.0.8 could allow a privileged user to escalate their privileges and attack surface on the host due to the containers running with unnecessary privileges.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

6.4

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-250 CWE-250

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
ibm	security_verify_information_queue	10.0.5 — 10.0.11
linux	linux_kernel	All

References

Advisories & Patches

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7244514

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-47120? +

IBM Security Verify Information Queue 10.0.5, 10.0.6, 10.0.7, and 10.0.8 could allow a privileged user to escalate their privileges and attack surface on the host due to the containers running with unnecessary privileges. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-47120? +

CVE-2024-47120 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.4 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-47120? +

CVE-2024-47120 affects products from ibm, linux, specifically: linux_kernel, security_verify_information_queue. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-47120? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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